Service · Kansas City Metro

Downspouts & Extensions

TL;DR

Adding or upgrading a downspout: $80–$180 per drop. Underground PVC drainage: $400–$900 per run. Most foundation water problems in KC are downspout problems — and we fix them. See our dedicated buried downspout installation page for the full underground build, from $300 per line.

Move water away from your foundation.

Most gutter problems aren't the gutter — they're the downspout. Undersized, poorly placed, or missing-extension downspouts dump thousands of gallons of water right against your foundation every storm. Premier Gutters KC sizes, places, and extends downspouts to move water at least 4 feet from your foundation.

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What's Included

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Here's exactly what comes with your downspouts & extensions from Premier Gutters KC.

White downspout running down the side of a sage-green walkout ranch home past a raised wood deck and utility meters, draining away from the foundation in the Kansas City metro
A downspout routed down a walkout elevation and extended away from the foundation — proper water management we build into every install across the KC metro.
How It Works

Our process for downspouts & extensions.

Every step designed to feel premium and respectful of your time.

Step 01

Roofline Analysis

We calculate the actual water volume each downspout needs to handle based on roof square footage and KC rainfall intensity.

Step 02

Sizing + Placement

Upgrade undersized downspouts. Add downspouts where needed. Reposition to avoid foundation impact.

Step 03

Installation

Properly secured to fascia or siding, properly pitched, properly terminated.

Step 04

Drainage Solution

Extensions (4 ft minimum), splash blocks, or full underground drains as needed.

Typical KC Pricing

Standard downspout: $150–$300 each installed. Underground drain extensions: $400–$900 per run. Full system rework: $400–$1,500 depending on size.

FAQ

Downspouts & Extensions questions, answered.

How many downspouts does my house need?

General rule: one downspout per 40 linear feet of gutter for 5" systems, 50 ft for 6" systems. Larger rooflines and steep pitches need more.

Should I bury my downspouts?

If your yard slopes toward the house or you've had basement water issues, yes. Underground drainage with is far more effective than surface splash blocks.

What size downspouts do I need?

Most KC homes need 2x3" downspouts. Homes over 2,500 sq ft of roofline benefit from 3x4" oversized downspouts that handle 75% more water.

Can you reroute existing downspouts?

Yes. If a downspout is in a bad spot (against a foundation, near a walkway), we can reroute it to a better location.

Do downspouts freeze in winter?

Properly pitched and properly sized downspouts shouldn't. If yours freezes regularly, the drainage is inadequate.

How deep are buried downspout lines?

Deep enough to protect the pipe and hold a continuous downhill fall for the whole run - the depth varies along the line because the slope is what matters. Stormwater lines don't need to be below frost depth: a properly sloped line empties itself between rains, and an empty pipe can't freeze.

Can a buried downspout feed a dry creek bed?

Yes - a buried line can discharge at the head of a decorative dry creek bed, which then carries the water the rest of the way in style. We build the working half (the pipe, slope, and outlet); the decorative rock work is landscaper territory, and the two pair well.
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Downspout & drainage guides

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The Full Drainage Menu

Every way we move water off your property.

Yard Drainage SolutionsDrainage Repair

The complete system hub - start here if you have more than one wet spot.

Channel Drains

Grated trench drains for driveways, patios, and garage entries.

Catch Basins & Yard Drains

Point collection for the low spot that ponds after every storm.

Dry Wells

Underground storage for flat lots - honestly scoped for KC clay.

Sump Discharge Lines

Buried exterior runs that stop sump water recycling to the foundation.

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